by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Ground-cover plants are often incorporated into gardens to protect the area from erosion and drought and to provide aesthetic appeal by concealing the bare soil underneath. They can also be used as alternatives to common turf grasses in some locations. Ground-cover...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
If you’re interested in raising chickens in your own backyard, you’ll first need a chicken coop. While chicken coops can be purchased, building your own allows you to customize the housing to fit your specific size requirements and design preferences. Once...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Ready to start a spring garden? Will all of your plants die, or will they grow victorious? Test your gardening knowledge with this quiz! Take the Quiz Umbrellas sunbrella patio umbrellas custom logo umbrellas umbrella online store 11 ft...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Even the most innocent-looking of plants can be dangerous if consumed or tampered with. Many common garden plant varieties contain potentially lethal components that can lead to a skin reaction if touched or poisoning if eaten. To avoid these hazards, it’s...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Most of us have camped in the backyard as children, for fun or to practice for the real thing. When kids are involved, camping in the backyard can be a low-stress activity that offers the thrills of real camping without the wilderness or lack of clean bathrooms. If...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
A community garden is a popular type of collaborative project that helps to harbor a sense of community, increase access to healthy foods, and provide a source of education for both children and adults. If you’d like to give back to your community, consider...